Eclectic Grandpa is the funkiest trend of 2024
In 2024, we’ll be taking fashion inspo from none other than… our grandpas. Move over Coastal Grandma, this year will be all about “grandpacore”! “Eclectic Grandpa” is the new viral aesthetic making rounds on social media. The term was coined by Pinterest in their annual trend forecasting report, which outlines keywords such as “Eclectic clothing style”, “Grandpa core”, “Retro streetwear”, and “Grandad style” as trending search terms.
In short, Eclectic Grandpa is all about retro styles, vintage and custom pieces, and relaxed silhouettes. Its gender-inclusive nature is also part of the appeal for the younger audience: Google searches for the new aesthetic have increased by 442% over the last quarter.
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We’re still in the early days of grandpacore-mania, so this is the best time to jump on the trend: read on to discover our six Eclectic Grandpa must-haves.
Knitwear is a must in every grandpa’s wardrobe. On Stylight we’ve seen a spike in demand for oversized, chunky-knit, and funky sweaters over the past two months: striped, ironic, and jacquard are the names of the game. We’ve also seen an 182% increase in demand for knitted beanies.
Vince Camuto
Jacquard Sweater Black
$29.99
Rue La La
Bogner
Jelissa Jacquard Half-Zip First Layer Black
$340.00
Bergdorf Goodman
Vince Camuto
Jacquard Sweater Black
$18.00
Rue La La
Bogner
Jelissa Jacquard Half-Zip First Layer Black
$340.00
Neiman Marcus
Nothing says grandpacore like tweed! A nice tweed blazer is a staple that you’ll find yourself reaching for year after year, while a tweed coat (especially if vintage) will keep you toasty this winter. Tweed slacks are a great way to add interest to a serious look.
Badgley Mischka
Tweed Capelet Midi Dress Pink
$199.99
Rue La La
-29%
Saylor
Sleeveless Tweed Faux-Feather Mini Dress Gold
$179.95
$253.00
Anthropologie
Nanette Lepore
Tweed Cardigan Blue
$59.99
Rue La La
-26%
Maeve
Sequin Tweed Vest Top Green
$79.95
$108.00
Anthropologie
Cole Haan
Wave Bouclé Coat Gray
$89.99
Rue La La
Rag & Bone
Mirabelle Tweed Wool-Blend Jacket Black
$145.99
Rue La La
-60%
Alice & Olivia
Chloe Cropped Boxy Jacket Blue
$238.00
$595.00
Neiman Marcus
2023 was very much the year of the ballet flats, so we’ve all kind of put our loafers on the backburner… not anymore! Penny loafers add the perfect preppy, retro flair to any outfit, and can be spruced up with quirky printed socks.
Cole Haan
Mens American Classics Penny Loafers - Brown Size 10.5
$165.00
Cole Haan
Cole Haan
Womens Lana Lux Remastered Penny Loafers - Black Size 6.5
$168.00
Cole Haan
Vince
Delmore Suede Loafer Brown
$159.99
Rue La La
Another thing we learnt in 2023 is that leaving the house in your underwear is not only perfectly acceptable, but also super stylish. Striped boxer shorts in cotton or linen are a versatile summer staple that will keep you feeling cool and looking cooler: pair them with dad sneakers, fisherman sandals, or clogs for the ultimate grandpa vibe.
Papinelle Sleepwear
Most Wanted Boxer Shorts Pink
$64.99
Anthropologie
Stateside
Structured Poplin Boxer Short Blue
$40.99
Rue La La
Papinelle Sleepwear
Carly Boxer Pajama Set Brown
$79.99
Anthropologie
WeWoreWhat
Balloon Boxer Short White
$20.99
Rue La La
Often an underrated accessory, baseball caps can be used as a “valve” to tone down an outfit (i.e. a broken suit). Paired with corduroy trousers, a varsity bomber, and loafers, a baseball cap is the cherry on top of a preppy, 90s-inspired look.
Mitchell & Ness
MLB Floral Camo Baseball Cap Green
$68.00
Anthropologie
Alo
| Satin Off-Duty Cap in Black
$98.00
Alo Yoga
Mitchell & Ness
MLB Floral Camo Baseball Cap Black
$68.00
Anthropologie
Lean into the grandpacore vibe with this 70s staple: corduroy jackets are the perfect transitional weather layer that perfectly complements the Eclectic Grandpa aesthetic. On Stylight, we’ve registered a 29% increase in demand for corduroy jackets.
Elwood
Petrol Canvas Jacket in Baby Blue at Nordstrom, Size Xx-Large
$165.00
Nordstrom
Elie Tahari
Taylor Short Rain Coat Black
$65.00
Rue La La
-45%
Elwood
Petrol Denim Jacket in Dirty Wash at Nordstrom, Size Xx-Large Gray
$79.75
$145.00
Nordstrom
Hunter
Samuel Canvas Jacket Brown
$84.99
Rue La La